Key Points Netflix is largely perceived as a streaming platform. The company is slowly making its way into other categories, including immersive experiences, gaming, and advertising. Netflix is currently trying to acquire Warner Bros. in an effort to bolster its content library and diversify its ecosystem. 10 stocks we like better than Netflix › Right … Read more
Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo Stock After Q2 Earnings: Which Is the Better Buy?
The whipping post
Coca-Cola KO) and PepsiCo PEP) have long been staples for investors seeking exposure to some of the world’s most recognizable consumer brands. Both beverage giants also offer dependable dividends and defensive characteristics that can make their stocks attractive when economic uncertainty rises. However, their latest quarterly results suggest there is a widening gap between the … Read more
Ford and Stellantis Make Brilliant Moves to Gain Market Share. Is It Too Little, Too Late?
The whipping post
Key Points New car prices continue to hover near record highs of $50,000, causing a near-affordability crisis in the U.S. auto market. Ford has new affordable models coming out, including its recently named Fathom, a $30,000 EV truck due in 2027. Stellantis has a significant nine vehicles under $40,000, and two lower than $30,000, set … Read more
Why AMD Stock Tumbled 18% in July
Key Points Shares of the semiconductor company Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) fell sharply last month as a sectorwide sell-off among semiconductor stocks weighed on AMD and its peers amid fears of AI overspending. AMD shareholders were also concerned about a report that said AI company DeepSeek is developing its own AI processor. Missed Nvidia … Read more
Dow Slips While the S&P 500 Clings to Friday's Record High
Key Points The S&P 500 held just above Friday’s record close while the Dow and Nasdaq Composite slipped slightly. Brent crude has swung from $113 in the spring to near $80 last week and back to $86 today, all on varying war headlines. Second-quarter earnings are nearly wrapped, with analysts expecting profit growth near 50%, … Read more